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Microlayer Polymer Deposition

Discover how Medibrane sets your project apart from the rest

What Is It?

We use microlayer technology to build ultra thin polymer structures by depositing multiple controlled layers, each only 1 to 3 microns thick. This approach allows us to engineer membranes and tubes with precise control over wall thickness, mechanical properties, and surface behavior, beyond what traditional extrusion can achieve.

Why Does It Matter?

As medical devices become smaller, more flexible, and more complex, conventional manufacturing methods reach their limits.
Achieving ultra thin walls, large diameters, and variable mechanical properties requires a high level of precision.
Control over wall thickness, durometer, and surface characteristics is essential for deliverability, performance, and long term reliability in minimally invasive medical applications.

How Does It Help?

Our microlayer technology enables advanced design flexibility and performance optimization:

Ultra thin walls down to 0.00059 inches
Wide diameter range suitable for micro scale and large bore devices
Multiple durometers within a single structure, tailored axially and radially
Improved flexibility and trackability for navigation through complex anatomy
Maximized inner lumen space while maintaining slim device profiles
Reduced friction and tackiness in soft polymer materials

These capabilities support smoother delivery, smaller access systems, and improved procedural outcomes.

Blog

Microlayer Catheter Shafts: From Process Advantage to Structural Performance

In catheter shaft design, manufacturing methodology directly defines device performance. Traditional telescopic reflow processes have long been used to assemble multi-layer shafts, but they introduce limitations in bonding quality, design flexibility, tolerances, and transition control. Microlayer technology fundamentally changes this paradigm by enabling a continuous, deposition-based approach that integrates structure, flexibility, and precision into a single process. Proc

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Microlayer Liner

In today's world of advanced medical technologies, precision is paramount, especially in the development of minimally invasive medical devices. The demand for microlayer tubes made from low durometer materials is on the rise, and they are quickly becoming a game-changer in the field. While extruded tubes have long been favored for applications requiring stiffness and high wall thickness, they present significant challenges when it comes to miniature sizes with ultra-thin wall

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The Advantages of Microlayer Technology

Microlayer technology represents a significant advancement in the design and manufacturing of medical tubing and catheter components. By enabling ultra-thin, highly controlled coating layers, Microlayer solutions provide unmatched precision, flexibility, and design freedom addressing many of the limitations found in conventional extrusion practices. Smooth, Controlled Transitions One of the key advantages of Microlayer technology is its ability to create seamless, gradual tra

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